What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Branford?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Branford is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Branford?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Branford is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Branford?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia to Branford. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia and arriving at New Haven via New York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Branford?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Branford. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Branford via New Haven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Branford?

The distance between Philadelphia and Branford is 175 miles. The road distance is 175 miles.

How do I travel from Philadelphia to Branford without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Branford without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs $40 - $700.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to Branford?

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Philadelphia to Branford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Branford bus from?

Philadelphia to Branford bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Philadelphia station.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Branford train from?

Philadelphia to Branford train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Branford?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Branford is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs $40 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $120 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Branford bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Branford bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at New York - Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Branford train arrive?

Philadelphia to Branford train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Haven station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Branford?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Branford is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Philadelphia to Branford.

Where can I stay near Branford?

There are 186+ hotels available in Branford.

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There are 4 ways to get from Philadelphia to Branford by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to New Haventrain Northeast Regional / ...
4h 46m
$41–664
Drive 174 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Branfordcar 174 mi
3h 27m
$32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to New York - Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Philadelphia
2. Take the bus from New York to New Havenbus Bz 0210
5h 32m
$44–116
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0305 / ...
2. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to New Haventrain New Haven
5h 35m
$46–82

Philadelphia to Branford by train (Amtrak)

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4h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 174.3 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Branford, CT, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to New Haven hourly. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 3h 59m. Amtrak Acela also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia to Branford via New York - Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York, New Haven, and New Haven in around 5h 32m.

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